Job Description

La Petite Academy now hiring a Director. 

In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.

Job Responsibilities:

• Make a difference every day!
• Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
• Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements.
• 1-2 years supervisory/management experience of at least six non-exempt associates; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Compensation/Benefit:

• A minimum annual salary of $77,968.80.
• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Child care discount.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees.

What we do is who we are. Simply put, we care. (It’s right there in the name.) We strive to make a positive impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve every day. That’s where you come in. Be an expert in early education and child care, and lead the way to a brighter future—theirs, and yours. Share your talents and discover your potential as we achieve our goal to drive learning innovations, be a champion for children, and move education forward. You provide the spark that lights their path. And ignites your career.We invite you to be part of our story—and to start crafting your own.

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